Pella, Iowa - 1st or 2nd Shift Production Summer Student - $21.50/hour

We are accepting applications for summer employment opportunities at the Pella, Iowa site. Openings are limited and the summer employment openings are within Operations only.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Production Summer Student in Pella, Iowa works as part of a team performing multiple duties for the production of fenestration products. This team member's assigned team and tasks will vary based on business necessity. This position is a summer position, with a minimum commitment between May through August. Positions will be restricted based on pre-determined recommendations from Plant leadership and the internal safety team.
PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass drug screen
• Pass pre-work ability screen
• Pass pre-employment tests
• Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner

ENVIRONMENT:

• Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas
• Seasonal high temperatures and humidity
• Fast pace

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures
• Regular/dependable attendance required
• Flexibility of work hours including overtime
• Able to safely work with and around moving equipment
• Perform standard work within takt time requirements
• Operate equipment that requires close control and adjustment following production orders
• Only operate specified equipment identified by safe operating procedures (SOP)

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to rotate to other positions as needed
• Perform Preventative Maintenance requirements per an established schedule
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Inspect product for quality
• Other duties may be assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Manufacturing experience is preferred

SKILLS AND TALENTS:

• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Adaptability
• Decision making/problem solving

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift up to 60 lbs. at waist level and up to 30 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Push or pull with up to 70 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Generate up to 65 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Generate up to 15 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks
• Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products
• Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift
• Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day